Bike tire size

If you are facing and should change the tires on your bike, it is important that you choose the right bicycle tire sizes for your bike wheels. Each tire size is very variable depending on the type of bicycle tire you want, and depending on what type of bike you have. In this article you will get a small guide on how to choose the right bicycle tire size for your bike.

Table of bicycle tires sizes

Table of bicycle tire sizes. The table allows you to convert between ETRTO, English-, French-and German targets, and rim circumference etc.

ETRTO	English Size	FRENCH SIZE	German Size	Rim circumference (mm)
40-635	28 x 1½	700B standard	28 x 1½	1994
47-622	28 x 1,75	700 x 47C	28 x 1,75	1995
40-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1-3/4	700 x 40C	28 x 1½ x 1,75	1995
38-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1½	700 x 38C	28 x 1½ x 1,75	1995
37-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1-3/8	700 x 35C	28 x 1-3/8 x 1-5/8	1995
32-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1-1/4	700 x 32C 700C Course	28 x 1-1/4 x 1-3/4	1995
28-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1-1/8	700 x 28C 700C	28 x 1-1/8 x 1-3/4	1995
25-622	28 x 1-5/8 x 1	700 x 25C	28 x 1 x 1-1/4	1995
23-622		700 x 23C		1995
32-630	27 x 1-1/4		27 x 1-1/4	1978
28-630	27 x 1-1/8		27 x 1-1/8	1978
25-630	27 x 1			1978
32-597	26 x 1-1/4			1876
37-590	26 x 1 3/8	650 x 35A 650A	26 x 1 3/8	1854
25-571	26 x 1			1854
32-590	26 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4	650 x 32A		1854
40-590	26 x 1-3/8 x 1½			1854
40-584	26 x 1½	650B Standard		1834
37-584	26 x 1½ x 1-3/8			1834
47-559	26 x 2 x 1-3/4		26 x 1,75 x 2	1755
32-541	24 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4	600A 600 x 32A		1699
40-540	24 x 1-3/8 x 1½			1695
37-540	24 x 1-3/8		24 x 1-3/8	1695
40-534	24-1½			1676
47-507	24-2 x 1-3/4		24 x 1,75 x 2	1594
37-501	22 x 1-3/8 B.S.R.			1575
37-498	22 x 1-3/8 x 1-1/4			1563
40-489	22 x 1-3/8 x 1½			1535
37-489	22 x 1-3/8			1535
37-451	20 x 1-3/8 B.S.R.			1416
40-438	20 x 1-3/8 x 1½			1375
37-438	20 x 1-3/8		20 x 1-3/8	1375
40-432	20 x 1½			1356
57-406	20 x 2,125		20 x 2,125	1274
47-406	20 x 2 x 1-3/4		20 x 1,75 x 2	1274
32-357	17 x 1-1/4			1122
47-355	18 x 2 x 1-3/4		18 x 1,75 x 2	1115
54-305	16 x 2			957
47-305	16 x 2 x 1-3/4		16 x 1,75 x 2	957
37-298	14 x 1-3/8			937
37-288	14 x 1-3/8			937
62-203	12½ x 2-1/4	12½ x 2-1/4	12½ x 2-1/4	638

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The numbers and sizes of bicycle tires

It ‘ll come as no surprise that there are bicycle tires in many different forms. There are big differences in pattern, size and above target. You can buy everything from studded tires and tires for BMX bikes to regular tires with a different pattern for adult and children’s bikes.

If you need to check the tire size your new bicycle tires must have, it is important that you see what numbers are on the old tire – it is the tire size. They are usually on the side of your bicycle tires, but the numbers are worn off, you may need to ask a specialist who knows the different types of bicycle tires. It may be your local dealer. Most often, you can easily find help on various websites on the Internet. If we assume that the numbers are not worn away on your deck and example is 32-622 on your bicycle tires, describes the 622 tire diameter, while the 32 stands for the width of your bike tires. If you find the width of your bike tires minor, simply use the diameter, which in this example is 622 Remember, however, that the rim of your bicycle tires must be narrower than the tire itself. If you choose to buy a bicycle tire that is wider than your old tires, be sure that the tire will be a bit higher. Therefore it is always a good idea to check the new tire size fit on your bike. Often, the trouble with the site, if your bike is equipped with screens. For the same reason, always check how much space is available for your bicycle tires on the front and rear fork before buying new bicycle tires.

Measure your bicycle wheel and tire size with table

If you are unsure of your bicycle tire size, you can look into a bicycle tire table where you can easily and simply find just the tires that fit your bike. Most lists the tire size both English, French and German targets and rim circumference in millimeters. This means that you can easily find the right tire size, although it is a Danish number.

In addition to the various international tire sizes are also available ETRTO list (European Tyre and Rim Organisation). It is precisely this list and these numbers say nothing about the diameter and width of your bicycle wheel, as described previously.

It is also possible to find a table of which corresponds to the tire air pressure, and an approximate weight of each bicycle tires. This may largely be a great advantage if, among other things need bicycle tires for a more professional needs or level. Often you can also find a table that says something about a price range for the selected bicycle tires.

If you could find it difficult to find your way around this table, or if you just can not find either deck or hoses that fit your bicycle wheel, you can always ask your local bicycle shop that can quickly help you with your tire size. It is not a must or a necessity that you know the size of your bicycle wheel or the old tire size. However, it is a good idea to know a little about these sizes in advance – especially if you have a special request for a particular tire size.

In other words, it is not that complex having to change the old tires on your bicycle wheels. Take a little time to familiarize yourself with smart table, or check out the old number on your bicycle tires. And as I said, you can always get help from a specialist, they will be happy to lend a hand!